How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans start from $24. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 269 miles (433 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans at 9:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tuscaloosa to New Orleans from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	8h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

269 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $123	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $46	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tuscaloosa and New Orleans?

Stops in Tuscaloosa

A
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
3301 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,616 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans start from $24. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 269 miles (433 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans at 9:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$138

11/29

$147

Today

$138

12/01

$123

12/02

$95

12/03

$76

12/04

$105

12/05

$98

The cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $76

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $76 to $147 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-03.